1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has automatic transmission and 1982 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1982 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 131 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 131 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
